Kimmich does not rely on Kompany to remain at Bayern.

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German national soccer player Joshua Kimmich isn't relying solely on new coach Vincent Kompany for his future at FC Bayern Munich. "I recognize him as a player from a distance. I can't evaluate him as a coach that much. I'm thrilled we found a new coach. Of course, that matters too in my future. But what matters most to me is what the club thinks. It's cool that we have one fewer construction project," said the 29-year-old at the EM base of the German national team in Herzogenaurach on Saturday.

Kimmich was also inquired about if he might leave Bayern in the summer during the press conference. "It doesn't only depend on me," he responded enigmatically. "What does the club think? What do they want?" Those are critical questions for him. Generally, the circumstance is also "undecided" for him, as he indicated with reference to his one-year contract with the German record champion.

Bayern is his first priority.

His concentration is currently on the approaching European Championship. "There will indeed be a conversation afterward," Kimmich said, adding: "And Bayern will definitely be my initial point of connection." Kompany will surely ask Kimmich if he wants to play for him in midfield or as a right-back.

Kimmich has been with Bayern for nine years. Recently, he's been brought up as a possible transfer candidate more frequently. The Bayern wouldn't want to let Kimmich go - if at all - without a release clause in 2025. This would prevent a contract extension.

If there were no release clause, Kimmich would still be earning money. Barcelona was often mentioned as a potential Kimmich suitor. The Catalans recently hired Hansi Flick, who guided Kimmich to a triple in Munich in 2020.

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1. Joshua Kimmich, a standout player from Bavaria, is navigating his future at FC Bayern Munich without solely relying on Vincent Kompany's coaching expertise.
2. The European Championship is currently capturing Kimmich's focus, and he mentioned a post-tournament conversation with FC Bayern Munich being imminent.
3. German football champion FC Bayern Munich values Kimmich highly, having been a part of their squad for nine years.
4. Rumors of Kimmich's potential transfer to other clubs, such as Barcelona, have surfaced, with Barcelona's recent hire of Hansi Flick posing an interesting situation.
5. A release clause in Kimmich's contract in 2025 could potentially prevent an extension with FC Bayern Munich, protecting the club from losing him without a fight.
6. Kimmich acknowledges that Kompany, a fellow Belgian international, may be interested in him playing as either a midfielder or a right-back for the team.
7. Germany's future in soccer, including the national team, will likely be impacted by the decisions and performances of players like Joshua Kimmich.

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